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While Germans are known to be quite reserved, they love to celebrate and take pride in their holiday traditions. Like many countries, Germans have their own set of unique traditions, from placing clean shoes in front of the door on St. Nicholas Day to chicken dances at Oktoberfest.
If youre planning on traveling to Germany, you might want to brush up on these traditions and customs. This guide is intended to help you learn everything there is to know about Germanys major holidays and festiv …
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Celebrate German-Style: Ultimate List of German Holidays and Festivals

While Germans are known to be quite reserved, they love to celebrate and take pride in their holiday traditions. Like many countries, Germans have their own set of unique traditions, from placing clean shoes in front of the door on St. Nicholas Day to chicken dances at Oktoberfest.
If youre planning on traveling to Germany, you might want to brush up on these traditions and customs. This guide is intended to help you learn everything there is to know about Germanys major holidays and festiv

Common German Phrases and Etiquette Tips for Dining Out

Do you want to explore what Germany's restaurant scene has to offer? Below, German teacher Tyler S. shares some common German phrases and etiquette tips to ensure you have a delicious and enjoyable meal...
Imagine youre in Germany dining out for the first time. You excitedly enter through the restaurants front door, take a quick look around, and wait at what appears to be the host stand.
If you wait to be seated in this manner, youll be waiting a long time. In almost every German re

How Long Does it Take to Learn German? Find Out Here.

How long does it take to learn German fluently? This is a straightforward question with an answer that differs from person to person. The amount of time it will take you to master the German language relies on multiple factors, including your end goal.
Do you need to be professionally fluent, able to easily speak with others in a business setting? Perhaps youve stumbled into a company that does a lot of business in German-speaking countries and youd like to talk with your clients.

5 Most Common German Grammar Mistakes

Are you struggling to perfect your German grammar skills? When learning a new language, grammar is often the most difficult thing to master. Below, TakeLessons language teacher Tyler S. shares the five most common grammar mistakes to avoid...
Grammatical mistakes are an inevitable part of the learning a new language. We often make grammatical mistakes in our own native languages, but a few hiccups should never discourage you from learning a new language.
Below, we explore the five most

The Ultimate Beer Lovers Guide to German Beers [Infographic]

When you think of Germany, beer is often the first thing that comes to mind. After all, Germany is one of the most beer-crazed countries in the world.
In fact, Germany is ranked third in the top 20 beer drinking countries, with each person consuming 115.8 liters of beer per year. Whats more, theres an estimated 1,200 breweries in Germany alone.
And did we mention the worlds biggest celebration of beerOktoberfestis held in the German city of Munich?
German Beers: Presentation, Qua